1980 Alpine A 310 vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 885 kg more than 1980 Alpine A 310.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alpine A 310. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alpine A 310 | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Alpine | SsangYong |
| Model | A 310 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
